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A Indian farmer’s son, Akshay Patil, rose from poverty via tug-of-war, earning a government job and now coaching at the Khelo India Beach Games 2026.
Akshay Patil, a farmer’s son from Kolhapur, India, overcame poverty through tug-of-war, starting with a school trial that waived his tuition.
After nearly two decades of competition, including a junior World Cup silver and multiple national medals, he secured a government job in 2021 under the sports quota, enabling him to support his family and launch a dairy business.
Now 29, he serves as assistant coach for Maharashtra at the Khelo India Beach Games 2026, crediting mentorship from former weightlifter Madhavi Patil.
His story highlights tug-of-war’s growing recognition in India, supported by initiatives like Khelo India, and offers hope for rural athletes through sports-based career pathways.
El hijo de un granjero indio, Akshay Patil, salió de la pobreza a través del tira y afloja, obtuvo un trabajo en el gobierno y ahora es entrenador en los Juegos de playa de Khelo India 2026.